Cocoa Delight

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
58%
Cocoa Delight
45 min.
1
174kcal

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Indulge your taste buds with the delightful mixture of flavors found in our Cocoa Delight recipe. This vibrant side dish combines the rich, velvety essence of unsweetened cocoa powder with the sweetness of frozen black cherries, all while providing a dose of nutritious greens. Perfectly blending the worlds of health and taste, this recipe is not only vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free but also boasts a remarkably low calorie count of just 174 kcal per serving.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this enticing concoction that promises to satisfy your chocolate cravings without the guilt. The combination of dark, fruity cherry flavor and the leafy freshness of kale makes for an unexpectedly delicious pairing, fueling your body with essential nutrients. Plus, with studies showing that dark chocolate can enhance your mood and improve blood circulation, you can feel good about indulging in this treat.

Whether you're looking for a thoughtful side dish to impress your friends or a tasty addition to your daily routine, Cocoa Delight offers a healthy twist to your dessert dreams. With just a few simple ingredients and a blender, you can create a luscious, smooth blend that's visually appealing and packed with flavors that will keep you coming back for more. So, why not take a break from traditional indulgences and give this delightful recipe a try?

Ingredients

  • cup cherries black frozen pitted
  • tablespoons granulated sugar 
  • cup kale roughly chopped
  • tablespoons cocoa powder unsweetened for sprinkling

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Place all the ingredients in a blenderand blend until smooth.
    2. Pour intoa glass and sprinkle with the cocoapowder.
    3. Serve immediately.
    4. Did You Know?
    5. Chocolate feels naughty but can be nice for your health, aslong as you choose a variety that contains 70% cocoa or more. Studies show thatthe flavonoid antioxidants in chocolate can improve mood, increase blood flow tothe brain, and even help lower risk of stroke. Dark chocolate is also an excellentsource of minerals such as iron, magnesium, copper, and zinc.
    6. Fifty Shades of Kale
    7. Reprinted with permission from Fifty Shades of Kale: 50 Fresh & Satisfying Recipes That Are Bound to Please by Drew Ramsey, M.D., & Jennifer Iserloh. Copyright © 2013 by Drew Ramsey, M.D., and Jennifer Iserloh; photographs © Ian McSpadden. Published by Harper
    8. Collins Publishers.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories174kcal
    Protein7.01%
    Fat9.05%
    Carbs83.94%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    102.09
    Glycemic Load
    16.78
    Inflammation Score
    -10
    Nutrition Score
    15.813478329907%

    Flavonoids

    Cyanidin
    33.55mg
    Peonidin
    0.9mg
    Catechin
    6.79mg
    Epicatechin
    23.59mg
    Isorhamnetin
    5.7mg
    Kaempferol
    10.08mg
    Quercetin
    7.26mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:174.05kcal
    8.7%
    Fat:2.07g
    3.18%
    Saturated Fat:0.91g
    5.72%
    Carbohydrates:43.17g
    14.39%
    Net Carbohydrates:36.96g
    13.44%
    Sugar:33.04g
    36.71%
    Cholesterol:0mg
    0%
    Sodium:16.56mg
    0.72%
    Alcohol:0g
    100%
    Alcohol %:0%
    100%
    Caffeine:23mg
    7.67%
    Protein:3.6g
    7.21%
    Vitamin K:84.31µg
    80.3%
    Vitamin A:3419.39IU
    68.39%
    Vitamin C:29.91mg
    36.26%
    Manganese:0.64mg
    31.92%
    Copper:0.5mg
    24.95%
    Fiber:6.21g
    24.84%
    Magnesium:66.1mg
    16.53%
    Potassium:403.75mg
    11.54%
    Iron:2.07mg
    11.49%
    Phosphorus:100.4mg
    10.04%
    Vitamin B2:0.14mg
    8.4%
    Calcium:82.86mg
    8.29%
    Folate:24.46µg
    6.11%
    Zinc:0.87mg
    5.79%
    Vitamin B6:0.09mg
    4.4%
    Vitamin B3:0.88mg
    4.39%
    Vitamin B1:0.06mg
    4.16%
    Selenium:1.76µg
    2.52%
    Vitamin B5:0.19mg
    1.92%
    Vitamin E:0.22mg
    1.47%
    Source:Epicurious